Description
These baked chicken stuffed pockets are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, filled with seasoned ground chicken, spinach, tomato, and melted cheese for a comforting and protein-packed meal.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground chicken
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes
- 4 tsp cream cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp mozzarella cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, salt, black pepper, paprika powder, garlic powder, and chili flakes.
- Mix until the seasonings are evenly incorporated.
- Divide the chicken mixture into 4 equal portions and flatten each into a thin round disc.
- Spread 1 teaspoon of cream cheese onto each disc.
- Add chopped spinach, tomato slices, and 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese to the center.
- Fold each disc in half to form a pocket and seal the edges firmly.
- Brush each pocket lightly with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, then coat the pockets evenly.
- Place the pockets on the prepared tray and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Allow the pockets to rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Wet your hands slightly if the chicken mixture feels sticky while shaping.
- Do not overfill the pockets to prevent them from opening during baking.
- Ground turkey can be used instead of chicken.
- For a low-carb option, use almond flour instead of panko breadcrumbs.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 15 to 18 minutes if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed pocket
- Calories: 358
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
